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Subject:	Proposals for New Metro Terminus Station Facade
Newsgroups:	lugnet.trains, lugnet.build, lugnet.build.arch, lugnet.loc.uk
Date:	Fri, 17 Nov 2000 19:26:18 GMT
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Though the architectural heritage of the Georgian Facade of the Metro Terminus is appreciated, due to its poor state of repair it has been decide to replace it. The architects model of the new terminus is now on display at http://www.thewilkesfamily.freeserve.co.uk/newmetroterminus.htm This sweeping glass and steel structure is in keeping with the main platform section of the Metro Terminus Station This is your opportunity as a citizen of Metro City to voice your opinions on the new terminus. Regards Lawrence Mayor of Metro City Cool Lego Site of the Week Oct 24, 2000

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		Re: Proposals for New Metro Terminus Station Facade
"lawrence wilkes" <lawrence@thewilkesf...rve.co.uk> wrote in message news:G46oLC.2wB@lugnet.com... (...) decide (...) Looks fantastic! Excellent use of the bulk windows (how many do you have now?) I vote for the facelift. Huw (24 years ago, 17-Nov-00, to lugnet.trains, lugnet.build, lugnet.build.arch, lugnet.loc.uk)

		Re: Proposals for New Metro Terminus Station Facade
"lawrence wilkes" <lawrence@thewilkesf...rve.co.uk> wrote in message news:G46oLC.2wB@lugnet.com... (...) decide (...) Looks fantastic! Excellent use of the bulk windows (how many do you have now?) I vote for the facelift. Huw (24 years ago, 17-Nov-00, to lugnet.trains, lugnet.build, lugnet.build.arch, lugnet.loc.uk)

		Re: Proposals for New Metro Terminus Station Facade
(...) To be honest, I'm of mixed feelings. I think the new facade, while extremely ingenious technically, lacks some of the warmth and panache of the current Georgian facade. I am very impressed by the engineering feats of the rounded corner, and (...) (24 years ago, 17-Nov-00, to lugnet.trains, lugnet.build, lugnet.build.arch, lugnet.loc.uk)

		Re: Proposals for New Metro Terminus Station Facade
(...) Architecturally ingenious but I'd rather keep the Georgian facade. And I bet Prince Charles would say the same. Andrew (24 years ago, 17-Nov-00, to lugnet.trains, lugnet.build, lugnet.build.arch, lugnet.loc.uk)

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